Getting a new Android phone is always exciting. Peeling off the plastic, unboxing the device, going through the accessories, and that first boot should be enjoyable. However, if you've ever gone ...

Dhruv Bhutani has been writing about consumer technology since 2008, offering deep insights into the Android smartphone landscape through features and opinion pieces. He joined Android Police in 2023, ...

Setting up even the best Android phones is not convenient. The thought of transferring all my data and apps, an activity I partake in at least a couple of times a month, fills me with dread. It takes ...

Google is bringing the simple, fast, and efficient Pixel 9 initial setup or migration process to other non-Pixel Android smartphones. This means Android device makers can offer a sleeker initial setup ...

Jon has been an author at Android Police since 2021. He primarily writes features and editorials covering the latest Android news, but occasionally reviews hardware and Android apps. His favorite ...

A neat new trick debuting on the Google Pixel 9 series is the ability to restore data from another Android device after setup has been completed. Available out of the box on Pixel 9, Pixel 9 Pro, and ...

Your Android home screen isn't just the face of your phone—it's a reflection of your personality and daily workflow. Unlike iPhones, Android devices offer near-limitless customization options, ...

Google is enhancing Android’s Factory Reset Protection (FRP) to make stolen phones harder to use by forcing another factory reset if setup wizard bypasses are detected. This upcoming improvement, ...